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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Minute No. 77
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., July 26, 1973
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following mem-
bers being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being: Acting
Chief Clerk and Administrative Assistant Whalen; A/fr. Earl Bugaile of WKEG;.Reporter Robert-
son of The Observer -Reporter; Mr. Jack Merdian of WJPA; and Mrs. June Lilley of The Daily
Notes.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections., additions or omissions to Minute No.
76, each member having received a copy.
read.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 76 be approved, as
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Reports: Mr. Jones - Mr. Paluso
Commissioners Jones and Paluso reported on an inspection made by them at the
Washington County Airport and in conclusion of the report recommended that the Commissioner,
be authorized to advertise for bids for the sealing of the runway at the Airport and the taxi w$sy
leading to the runway.
Authorization to Advertise:
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington Cot}nty Commi.9-
sioners be authorized to advertise for bids for the sealing. of the runway and the taxi way leading
to the runway at the Washington County Airport. Said bids to be received in the Office of the
County Controller until 11:00 a.m., Prevailing Time, Thursday, 1973, and
opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the County Commissioners.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Jones further reported on the present highway program and a meeting held by the
Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Planning Commission on Monday, July 23, 1973, at which
meeting the problems being presented by the highway program were discussed. ( a discussion
was held)
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
(Assistant Solicitor Gilmore entered the meeting)
Mr. Whalen- stated that he has been meeting with the planning department of the
Governor's Justice Commission concerning the upcoming budget for their department. The
areas discussed were the Emergency Medical program and improvements to the County Jail
and the Juvenile Detention Home. Mr. Whalen stated that they will hold another meeting after
additional information has been received from the Jail and Juvenile Court.
Mr. Paluso requested that Mr. Whalen defer any recommendations until his committee has
completed their investigation of the jail because they are going to submit corrective, construc-
tive recommendations to the County Jail.
Mr. Whalen also informed the Board that he discussed the radio equipment for ambu-
lance services in the County with the Governor's Justice Commission and although this phase
does not fall within their framework on their Emergency Medical Services, funding may be
obtained through the Federal Highway Safety Act which is sponsored by Penn DOT. Mr. Whalen
stated that Mr. Sember of the Planning Commission is checking into this.
In reference to the stream clearance that was necessary after Hurricane Agues,
Mr. Whalen stated that Washington County is entitled to approximately $49, 000 which was ex-
pended to pay the contractors for the stream clearance with the understanding that the county
would be reimbursed from the State Office of Civil Defense. Mr. Whalen stated that due to
the illness of Mr. Yuhas, he has requested the file so that the matter can be looked into.
Mr. Whalen stated that Washington County's request to construct a new 250-bed
county home facility was unanimously approved at the mon#lily board meeting of the Compre-
hensive Health Planning Association of Western Pennsylvania held on Wednesday, July 25, 1973.
Old Business: Mr. Whalen
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 19, 1973, from Metro
Petrosky, Jr., Director, Adult Welfare Services, responding to correspondence from Acting
Chief Clerk under date of June 7, 1973, concerning the establishment of a Senior Citizens Cen-
ter in the McDonald area. (Attached to said correspondence was a memorandum from Deborah
DeStefano, Senior Citizens Coordinator) Mr. Petrosky stated that in their opinion the Senior
Citizens in the McDonald area are not ready for the establishment of a formal Senior Citizens
Center and the attitude that prevails at this point in time is that this group is satisfied to meet
on an informal basis monthly.
Correspondence: Mr. Whalen
Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
(1) Washington County Acquisition Project - Parks and Recreation
No. 3-4-62-00-As-2 - $9, 519. 00
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Bills:
bills:
(2) Sewage Facilities Planning Assistance - $5, 000. 00
(3) State Grant funds to improve Juvenile Probation Services - $24, 114. 00
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving payment of the following
(1) Washington -Greene County MH / XR Program - $1, 765. 00
interim care for June
(2) Washington County Industrial Development Agency -$_26, 000. 00
Crile Industrial Park - Project Funding Requisition
(3) Washington County Agricultural and Home Economics Extensi.bn,
Service - budget request - $5, 000. 00
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 17, 1973, from James R.
Showrank, Project Coordinator, Southwestern Pennsylvania Economic Development District,
stating that the Seventh Annual Report of the SPEDD has been accepted by the Board of Directors
and is available to be officially presented to the County Commissioners.Mr. Showrank requested
to be placed on the agenda for the next meeting to present a brief summary to the Commissioners.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 23, 1973, from Keery
McAmbley, Director, Washington County Industrial Development Agency, stating that SPEDD
has requested each of the participating counties to pay at this time their local share for funding
the District Office, which in turn makes possible the Appalachia Grants secured in the District.
Washington County's fair share of the local budget based on population, land area, and distribu-
tion is $1, 906. 00.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing payment of $1, 906. 00 to
SPEDD as Washington County's share in funding the District Office.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 9, 1973, from James D.
Barger, Commissioner, Pennsylvania State Police, stating that the primary objective of all
police departments in Pa. is to render the most efficient and effective police service possible.
To assist in attaining this objective, a system of liaison and mutual cooperation among all police
departments must be established. Enclosed in said correspondence was a booklet outlining the
services the Pennsylvania State Police have to offer. - - - -
Acting Chief Clerk presented a request under date of July 23, 1973, from the Central
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Washington County Mental Health/Mental Retardation Clinic for Washington County to provide
$4. 00 a day needed to secure residential placement for Randy Young, who has been under the
auspices of the MH/MR Program since 1969 in the Children's Developmental Center in Abbotts-
town, Pa. Randy was previously in Pry Home, West Sunbury, Pa., but is to be released due to
the home reducing its population.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, "that the above request as submitted
by the Washington Co; MH/MR Clinic be approved.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 20, , 1973, from Philip T.
McGee, Chief, Planning and Grants Section, Division of -Solid Waste Management, Department of
Environmental Resources, informing the Commissioners that the Washington County Solid Waste
Management Plan, as prepared by Green Engineering Company and the Washington County Plan-
ning Commission, now meets the technical requirements of the Pennsylvania Solid Waste Manage -
ment Act and is, therefore, provisionally approved.
Acting Chief Clerk read further correspondence from C. ,Victor Funk, Program
Specialist, Department of Environmental Resources, stating that our claim for reimbursement
under the watershed agreement for fiscal year 1972-1973 between the Washington County Com-
missioners and the State Conservation Commission has been reviewed. It has been determined
that all the items of the Department's agreement and the supporting documentation is adequate
to justify our claim, and accordingly the invoice will be submitted to the Comptroller's office of
the Department of Environmental Resources for payment processing.
Acting Chief Clerk read a copy of correspondence under date of July 18, 1973, from
Alexander Unkovic, Esquire, directed to The Honorable Raymond L. Scheib, Chairman, Penn-
sylvania Labor Relations Board, enclosing a Petition requesting Authority -to file a brief Amicus
Curiae on behalf of the Pennsylvania Conference of State Trial Judges. Said petition is in refer-
ence to the matter of the Employees of Washington County, Case No. PERA-R-2209-W. ( a
brief discussion was held)
Acting Chief Clerk informed the,Board that lthe ,County has received $1, 843, 505. 00
from the Federal Government in Federal Revenue Sharing Funds,to date.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 19, 1973, from J. B.
Marino, Branch Manager, General Elevator Company, -stating that their contract for the installa-
tion of the elevator includes three months of free service on the elevator which was recently
installed in the Courthouse. This service will consist -of regular examinations by their mechanic
and they will also provide callback service to cover any problems that may occur between regular
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visits. This service will be provided at no charge to the Commissioners during this period
unless service is performed on overtime. Mr. Marino stated in conclusion that he will prepare
and submit to the Commissioners for their consideration General Elevator's standard Full
Maintenance Agreement.
Acting Chief Clerk presented to the Board a request _under date of July 24, 1973, frorr.
the Child Welfare Services for funds in the amount of $106. 27 for transportation for Elmer
David Lloyd to Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, where his maternal aunt and her husband
will assume responsibility for him and possibly consider adopting him.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Pal-uso, that the above -request as submitted
by the Child Welfare Services be approved.
Roll call vote taken:
Nfr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of correspondence under date of July 18, 1973,
from The Public Utility Commission, in reference to an application of George F. Fleeher for
approval of the right to begin to offer, render, furnish or supply sanitary sewage collection and
disposal service to the public in a portion of Cecil Township, Washington County. Letter stated
that the Commission may consider the .above matter without hearing, provided no protests are
filed on or before August 8, 1973, and requested that the Commissioners acknowledge receipt
of their letter. Mr. Whalen stated that he acknowledged receipt of the correspondence on July
23, 1973.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Washington County Board of
Commissioners adopt a resolution to include the Nbn Valley Road Project (Route 837) in the six -
year highway program that was previously adopted by the Commissioners.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; 'N1r. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
New Business: Mr. Flynn
(Appointment of County Administrator and Chief Clerk)
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, appointing F. D. Whalen as County
Administrator and Chief Clerk to the County Commissioners, effectively immediately.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Note: Chairman Flynn administered the oath of office of Chief Clerk and County Administrator
to Mr. Whalen and further instructed him to secure his bond and report back to the Board in
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order that it could be made a matter of record)
Solicitor: Mr. Gilmore
Mr. Gilmore stated that Mr. John Fantini, Director of'the Washington County Public
Employment Program has advised the Commissioners that additional funds in the amount of
$20, 000. 00 are available for operation of the Summer Youth Program which the County entered
into with the Educational Programs Diocesan School Board of Pittsburgh, Inc., on June 21, 1973,
The original allocation was $67, 696. 00 and Mr. Fantini requested that the Commissioners
execute an addendum to the above contract making the allocation a total of $87, 696. 00 with the
conditions and ,other provisions of the contract remaining the same.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of Commissioners
authorize the execution of an addendum to the abovementioned contract with the Educational
Programs Diocesan School Board of Pittsburgh, Inc. , for an additional $20, 000. 00 for the
operation of the Summer Youth Program.
Roll call vote taken:
A/fr. Jones - Yes; Nfr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motton carried unanimously.
A brief discussion was held on the Sale of the IBM Computer to the city and it was
decided that the matter be tabled until a further study can be made by the Solicitor's Office.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
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CHIEF CLERK
Minute No. 78
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., August 2, 1973
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following
members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being:
Chief Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Assistant County Solicitor Gilmore; Mrs. June
Lilley of The Daily Notes; Mr. John Merdian - WJPA; Bob Robertson of The Observer -Reporter;
Eric Bugaile - WESA; and Mr. Frank Rinaldi.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minute
No. 77, each member having received a copy.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 77 be approved,
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as read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr: Flynn Yesa-
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Special Order of Business:
Rinaldi:
Chief Clerk read the following Resolution which was presented to Mr. Frank
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, this 2nd day of August, 1973, the Washington County Commission-
ers in regular session duly recognize the dedication and accomplishments of
FRANK "RIP" RINA LDI
in the field of Veterans Affairs and further congratulate and- commend him on his election to"
the office of Junior Vice -Commander for The Veterans of Foreign Wars of The Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania.
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WE THEREFORE -affix our signatures and seal -to this Resolution, this 2nd
day of August, 1973.
(SEAL)
ATTEST:
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F.D. Whalen - Chief Clerk
Earl Bugaile entered the meeting.
Reports:
(a) County Airport
/s/
Michael R. Flynn, Chairman
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Frank'Jones, Jr., Commissionex
/s/
•'Edward M. Paluso, Commissioner
Commissioner Jones reported on the status of the County Airport in reference
to expansion and the work which has to be done at said Airport. Mr. Jones stated that Vance
DeiCas - McDonald Associates has submitted recommendations insofar as the sub -surface
soil investigation and report being initiated and investigation of the entire runway. Mr. Jones
read correspondence under date of July 31, 1973, from William Sember, Director of the
Planning Commission, which recommended that test borings be undertaken to determine if in
fact the problem relates to expanding clays or sulfide -'bearing mineral; and that once the
borings are completed, a minerals analysis will have to be completed. Mr. Jones informed
the Board that Mr. DeiCas has submitted an estimate in reference to the amount of blacktop
needed according to FAA regulations. (b) 6-year Highway Program
Commissioner Jones read correspondence under date of July 24, 1973, from
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William Sember, Director of the Planning Commission, which stated that one important pro-
ject was not included in the Six -Year Highway Program which was adopted by the Commission-
ers on June 12, 1973. Correspondence stated that said project involved about $400, 000. 00
worth of improvements to Main and Railroad Streets within the Redevelopment Project (PAR 355)
in the city of Monongahela. Mr. Jones stated that as Per Minute No. # 77 the Commissioners
passed a motion that said project be included in the 6-year Highway Program. Mr. Jones
also read a special PHIA report under date of July 23, 1973.
Old Business:
Note was made that the proper bond has been filed with the County Controller
with reference to the office of Chief Clerk and County Administrator.
Correspondence: Mr. Whalen
(check)
Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of a check in the amount of
$5729. 10 for Mon Valley United Health Service, Inc. - Contract 1317 for the month of May,
1973.
(bills)
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso; that the following bills be
approved for payment:
(a) Griswold, Winters, Swain & Mullin - $934. 65 - Mingo Creek County Park
for professional services from June 1st through June 30, 1973.
(b) Frank Irey, Jr., Inc. - $38, 527. 08 - Mingo Creek County Park Contract.
(c) Recreation Equipment Unlimited, Inc. - $3377. 50 - contract for 150 wood
picnic tables.
(d) (Budget Item) - Washington County Agricultural Fair, Inc. - $4, 000. 00
(e) Gene P. Amanati - $700. 00 - for appraisals.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board that the Treasurer's Office has advised that in
connection with the delinquent penalty which has been collected by said Office during the period
beginning January 1, 1972, (said money having been held in escrow due to a court case pending
as to whether or not the Treasurer was entitled to retain it) - that Treasurer Morgan has de-
posited to the General Fund all of the monies held in escrow in the total amount of $26, 931. 95.
Mr. Whalen stated that bearing interest was in the amount of $18, 000.00 was in a savings
account and included in Mr. Morgan's remittance to the County as interest earned in the amours:
of $270.00.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 25, 1973, from Joseph P.
Kennedy, Director - Department of Revenue, Bureau of Institutional Collections, which stated
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
that on December 6, 19.72, Gocernor Shapp signed Acts No. 317 and 318 relating to payments
of maintenance costs by counties to the Commonwealth for minors committed to the Youth
Development Centers and Youth Forestry Camps; and that effective July 1, 1973, the rate will
be 22 of the daily rate. Correspondence stated that the per capita daily rate of $26.00 will be
applied to Youth Development Centers with the sum of $3. 25 as reimbursement from counties
at 122%; and that the per capita daily rate of $22. 00 will be applied to Youth Forestry Camps-
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with the sum of $2. 75 as reimbursement from counties at 121%.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 25, 1973, from Mayor
Virgil F. Puskarich, which requested another voter field registration day in Bentleyville befor
the upcoming general election. Chief Clerk stated that a similar -request has been received
from Hanover Township.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board of County
Commissioners instruct the Election Office to include said two (2) requests in the Field
Registration locations.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented two (2) Medical Assistance Program Skilled Nursing
Home Care Agreements which will expire shortly with the Department of Public Welfare; one
being for the Washington County Home for Aged Women and one for the Washington County
Home and Hospital for Men.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Chairman of the Board
of County Commissioners, Michael R. Flynn, be authorized to execute the abovementioned
Agreements subject to the perusal of the County Solicitor.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board that in connection with the PennDOT Traffic
Count Contract that it is necessary that the County will require two (2) vans for said purpose.
Chief Clerk stated that said action is reimbursable under the contract. Chief Clerk stated
that Mr. Sember has made an investigation of local dealers and that no vans were available.
Chief Clerk stated that Mr. Sember has secured two (2) quotes; one from Avis for the total
cost of $108. 00 per week and another from Hertz for the total amount of $133. 85 per week.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that approval be given for Mr.
William Sember, Director of the Planning Commission, to accept the quote of $108. 00 as sub-
mitted by Avis for the rental of two (2) vans for the PennDOT Traffic Count program.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
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Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 25, 1973, from Eugene
Tenaglia, Bridge Engineer, which stated that Mr. Tenaglia met with a Mr. Farabee on July
24, 1973, concerning the Manon Bridge # 69 spanning Ten Mile Creek. Said correspondence
stated that Mr. Farabee has a combine which he has to take to other farms in the vicinity -
said combine being sixteen feet wide (width of bridge is fourteen feet) so he cannot pass througr
the bridge. Correspondence stated in conclusion that it is Mr. Tenaglia's opinion that it is not
proper to warrant to widen said bridge to accommodate one individual becuase said bridge is in
good condition.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 30, 1973, from James H.
Higgins, President - Penn's Southwest Association, which expressed appreciation and thanks
to the Commissioners for their recent contribution.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 25, 1973, from Hugh A.
Hall, Acting Director - American Revolution Bicentennial Commission, which invited Washing-
ton County to participate in the "Bicentennial Communities" Program. Siad correspondence
enclosed documents to enable Washington County to receive recognition by the American
Revolution Bicentennial Commission as one of the Nation'-s Bicentennial counties.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County
Commissioners go on record to have Washington County participate in the "Bicentennial
Communities" Program.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 21, 1973, directed to all
County Commissioners, MH/MR Administrators and Regional Deputy Secretaries in reference
to a cutback in Federal funds - County MH/MR Program, from Secretary of Public Welfare,
Helene Wohlgemuth. Correspondence stated that the Federal government has taken actions
which will seriously impact upon the financial operations of the Community MH/MR programs
beginning July 1, 1973. Correspondence recommended that an re-evaluation of operational
plans for 1973-1974'be taken -on the assumption that said Federal resource will be greatly re-
duced.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 23, 1973, from George
Murin, Director - Mon Valley Campus, Westmoreland County Community College, which state&
that approximately 25% of the students, attending the Mon Valley Satellite are from Washington
County and that it is believed that said enrollment will increase substantially if Washington
County will participate in terms of a reimbursement plan that is acceptable to the
Commissioners.
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Mr. Flynn: I would suggest that we send a copy of the above correspondence to our
Intermediate Unit I.
New Business:
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County
Commissioners re -appoint Mr. Park Y. Rankin to a five-year term on the Redevelopment
Authority Board effective July 30, 1973.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman requested that the records indicate that Commissioner Frank Jone.,
Jr. is hereby authorized to travel to Harrisburg with representatives of the Civil Defense
Office and the Red Cross to investigate surplus properties and supplies.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County
Commissioners appoint Mr. Donald E. York to make a survey of available office space in the
proximity of the Courthouse.
Solicitor:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Assistant County Solicitor presented two contracts to the Board for their
consideration and approval; one being for JOB-FAB, Inc., successful bidder for renovations
and improvements for the recreation area of the Washington County Prison; and Curran -
Taylor, Incorporated, successful bidder for the dishwasher at the Washington County Prison.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County
Board of Commissioners approve and execute the abovementioned contracts as per the
recommendation of the Assistant County Solicitor.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Assistant County Solicitor informed the Board that in reference to the IBM
Computer and Printer, that since the said item exceeds $200.00 in value that the Commission-
ers should therefore go through.the normal procedure of advertising for bids for the sale of
said computer and printer.
Ik Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded- by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County
Commissioners be authorized to advertise for the sale of the IBM Computer and Printer. Said
bids to be received in the Office of the County Controller until 11:00 a. m. , Prevailing Time,
Thursday, , 1973, and opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the
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County Commissioners. Said action based upon the recommendation of the Assistant County
Solicitor.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion, carried unanimously.
Assistant County Solicitor informed the Board that in reference to the Court
Rules bill, that it is Mr. Hormell's and his own opinion that the County Commissioners should
not pay said bill without a Court Order directing the Commissioners to do so.
Assistant County Solicitor stated that several months ago the Board requester
the legal department to issue an opinion as to the legal requirements for the installation of
voting machines in the County. Mr. Gilmore stated that the statute in question was examined
by the legal department, and that in conclusion, it will be necessary to have a referendum. Mr.
Gilmore stated that said referendum can be done either on the motion of the Board or if enough
citizens sign a petition they can force the Commissioners to have said referendum.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Washington County
Board of Commissioners place on a county -wide referendum on the November ballot the question
of whether to install or not to install voting machines.
Remarks:
Mr. Paluso: I think that the question as to be presented on the ballot should be submitted
by the Solicitor to the Board of Commissioners for approval on the wording.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso -Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
In reference to the Home Rule Assistant Solicitor Gilmore informed the Boardd
that they have two responsibilities, they are:
(1) How it is to be initiated - by Resolution of the Board or the
Commissioners can wait until a sufficient number of citizens
petition the Board to do it.
(2) The County is responsible for the mechanics of putting a
spebial question on the ballot and all of the election problems
that are going to be raised by having petitions, etc.. .
Mr. Gilmore stated that other than the abovementioned, the Board will have no other responsib _-
lities. If the Home Rule is voted in by the citizens, the County is obligated to pay actual
expended costs. A final draft of the opinion will be given to each Commissioner prior to the
next regular board meeting. (A brief discussion was held)
Mr. Flynn: Yesterday, as was relayed on the news media, radio and T. V. and newspapers
we held a meeting with all interested parties relating to the Yablonski case in some manner.
The report as I read it this morning, was a little misleading, and the report as I heard it last
night on T. V. was a little misleading. I talked to the District Attorney by phone this morning
and I asked him what his opinion was and he agrees with me. It seems like the only matter
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
that we discussed was the payment of bills. I don't think that is fair to the Commissioners.
The main thing was we were trying to determine what the overall picture is and what the status
of the Yablonski case is now and in the future. We went on to relate different reasons why we
were asking a number of questions. No one questioned the manner in which they were going
about conducting the case. Naturally cost is a major item, the two bills presented to us
yesterday was minor from the overall picture. I asked the question of Mr. Sprague shortly
after the Pass Trial whereby a former Federal Official who now since has resigned, stated that
as far as the Federal Government is concerned, the Yablonski case is closed and the gentleman
related to me the government official's name who made the statement. Then I asked Mr.
Sprague and according to him when he was on the news he said that there would be 3 to 4 more
months needed. Now this morning when I read it, it says one year. Now I never heard the
term one year used yesterday at all. It was 3 to 4 months. Now the question was raised, just
where do we go from here? One of the questions being brought to the attention of the
Commissioners, now I can speak for myself, but I can't speak for this Board of Commissioner:
and no one can try to imply that I am. One of the questions raised to me as a Commissioner
on many occasions is the retention of certain prisoners in places other than our local facilities
right here, the jail. I said to the D. A. although the question is directed to us, it is a reflectioY_
on him, I can't answer that. I made it clear yesterday we are not the Judicial branch of
government and we don't intend to be, and we are not in the law enforcement branch, we are in
the Executive branch and our responsibility is to see that the necessary monies are available
and that the necessary monies are spent right so on and so forth. The only thing is again, I thi-ik
the point is missed, why some of these prisoners aren't in the jail. One in particular that did
not testify in the Prater trial nor the Pass trial. The question was raised just whose prisoners
are these? The question was are they Federal prisoners, are they State Prisoners, or are
they County prisoners and the answer was that they are County prisoners and therefore they
remain in the custody of the sheriff. The question was also raised that if that being so then
why aren't these prisoners, those who are retained in places other than the jail, why aren't
they under custody then in the local bastille over here? After I talked with Mr. Costa this
morning and he is in concurrence, the question was reised who determines where these prisoners
are being kept if they are County prisoners and the gentleman told me that although they are
wards of the County so to speak and under the custody of the Sheriff as the Chief Law Enforcemzat
Officer, that they are under Court Order that these prisoners whomever they may be are being
held in their present location wherever they may be Order of the Washington County Courts.
So the point I am trying to make is that relieves the Board of County Commissioners. We
have no responsibility in this whatsoever and the intent of that meeting yesterday was to try
to resolve some of these problems other than just the two bills that were submitted to us a
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but the total sum was minor compared to the overall expenditure which we' have had already.
Mr. Paluso: My own personal opinion is that everything is proceeding, I think, the
way it is suppose to be done. Actually, the publicity I have seen has been rather uncompli-
mentary and I think it should be just the opposite. There were five people convicted of
murder here in probably the fastest trial time in -any major murder case that I am aware
of. I think that the County deserves a pat on the back instead of unfavorable publicity
about a few major bills. It has proved to my satisfaction that since our meeting with the
District Attorney and the interested parties last June of 1972, it has been cheaper for the
County to maintain the prisoners you are referring to, Mrs. Gilly. It has been cheaper as
far as the County taxpayer is concerned to keep her where she is, whereever that may be.
I figure approximately $20.00 a day cheaper. I think that financially we -have made out on
the whole deal.
Mr. Jones: I pointed this out to Mr. Sprague -that we are not questioning what they
are doing with her, etc. Our responsibility as County Commissioners is to pay nodified
bills when we get them.
Mr. Paluso: I thinly that for the record I am totally opposed to private counsel and
if they do that for their trial there is no reason for the taxpayers of this County to pay
legal fees for' any appeals for these two men. ' If they need an attorney, I think we can tell
- them right now that we Have no public defenders available down here on the payroll and
they can use them if they so desire but I personally will absolutely not condone paying
any legal fees for these gentlemen. That is the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard
of.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the meeting adjourn.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
ATTEST:
Minute No. # 79
1973
CHMF CLERK
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., August 16, ] 973
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following mem-
bers being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being: Chief
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK .TONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Assistant County Solicitor Gilmore; Mr. Keery McAm-
bley, Executive Director of the Industrial Development Authority; Mrs. June Lilley of The Daily
Notes; Mr. Dave Budinger of The Observer -Reporter; Mrs. Helen Miller of The League of
Women Voters; and Mr. Earl Bugaile - WKEG.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minute No.
# 78, each member having received a copy.
read.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. #78 be approved, as
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Reports - None
Old Business:
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 8, 1973, from Douglas Bowman,
Assistant Executive Director of the Intermediate Unit I, which was in reference to a request fror_-i
the Westmoreland County Community College. Correspondence stated that as a result of a
meeting which was held June 26, 1969, that a resolution was passed and a motion passed that
the Washington County Community College Advisory Committee be dissolved; and that the Wash-
ington County Superintendent of Schools retain all information and materials which have been
obtained relative to the establishment of a community college for future reference.
Correspondence - Mr. Whalen
(checks)
Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
(a) Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - $16, 500. 00 as final payment for Solid
Waste Planning Assistance
(b) Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - $1, 215. 25 - Washington -Greene Community
Action Corporation for the month of May, 1973, for Contract 1319.
(c) Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - $60, 015. 00 - final payment for Project 70
Land Acquisition for Mingo Creek and Cross Creek Parks.
(d) Check received from Freeman, Freeman and Salzman - $120. 90 - representing
Washington County Home for Aged Women's share of the settlement recovery in
reference to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania et al vs. Ciba Corporation et al No. 70C 2495.
(e) Check in the amount of $26, 794. 00 representing full payment of subgrant
for physical upgrading of County Prison.
Mr. Merdian entered the meeting.
(Bills)
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Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the following bills be approved
'or payment:
(a) William C. Porter - $73. 50 - re: Clarence G.- Ashcraft property,
Mingo Creek County Park.
(b) William C. Porter - $253. 75 - re: Lee M. Wilson property - Cross
Creek County Park.
(c) U. • S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service - $691. 81 -
salaries and expenses of personnel under agreement for engineering services -
Harmon Creek Site PA-481.
(d) Carl G. Baker and Associates - $2, 740. 62 - engineering services rendered
for design of new boiler at Women's Horne and engineering services rendered
in preparing studies and recommendations for renovations to the Courthouse
and renovations to the Heating Plant for the Courthouse and Jail.
(e) Pennsylvania Army National Guard - $1, 500. 00.
(f) Redevelopment Authority - $21, 925. 00 (budget item).
(g) Washington County Conservation District - $8, 000.00 (budget item).
(h) John M. Felice Associates, Inc. - $2, 536. 25 for professional services.
(i) Mosler Safe Company - $2, 980.14 - labor to remove and reinstall cameras
and monitors, align- and test at County Jail.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the bill in the amount of $3,159.11
as submitted by the Seven Springs Mountain Resort in reference to the Yablonski Case be appro-
ved for payment.
Remarks-
A discussion was held on the above said bill. It was noted that the total tax in the
am-ount of $179.46 should not be paid due to the County being tax-exempt.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - NjJ; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 1%, 1973, from Carl G.
Baker and Associates directed to Window Products Company stating that the final inspection of
the Window Replacement Project at the -Courthouse will be head August 17, .1D73, at 9,00 a. m.
Correspondence stated that eight (80:window balances need replaced and would said Company
please have said work completed prior to the final inspection.
Chief Clerk read correspondence from Carl G. Baker and Associates under date
of August 10, 1973, directed to Chapman Plumbing and Heating, Inc., which enclosed three
copies of a final punch list compiled by Mx, George Clfttgan, field inspector to be corrected as
soon as possible by said Company.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 12' 1973, from the Smith Town-
ship Supervisors which thanked the Commissioners for their consideration for the additional
monies that were allocated from Liquid Fuels monie-s. -
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 31, 1973, from Mr. William Sem-
ber, Director of the Planning Commission, which stated that at the regular scheduled meeting
on June 26, 1973, the Planning Commission directed the planning staff to seek the approval of
the Commissioners to proceed with the formulation and adoption of County Subdivision Regula-
tions, Mobile Home Park Regulations; and Planned Residential Development Ordinance. Corres -
pondence then elaborated on each item. Correspondence noted that any or all of the above will
not infringe- upon those ordinances that have already been adopted by municipalities and any
municipality which does not now have such ordinances adopted can do so at any time and the
County regulations will no longer apply in that municipality. Correspondence, in conclusion,
requested permission from the Commissioners to begin preparations of these documents.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Washington County Board of
Commissioners authorize the Washington County Planning Commission to proceed to begin on
the preparation of the documents as per above.
Roll call vote taken: - - -
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn- Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Note was made that the documents are subject to the Commissioners approval in their final form.)
Chief Clerk read correspondence which was directed to Mr. John Felice under date of
August 14, 1973, attaching three copies of the Civil Action in relation to PERA-R-2209-W.
Mr. Elish entered the meeting.
A discussion was then held by the board in reference to the above -mentioned corres-
pondence.
Moved by Mr. Jones, secorrided by Mr. Paluso, that the following application for addi-
tional County Aid from the Liquid Fuels Account be approved as indicated:
Borough of Charleroi $10, 000. 00
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously. , 1'
(Renewal of Contract)
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County Commissioner:,
approve and execute the renewal of the contract between the Board of County Commissioners and
John M. Felice Associates, Inc. , Labor Consultant, for a period of three (3) years effective
July 3, 1973, and expiring July 2, 1976. Said action based upon the recommendation of the
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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Assistant County 'Solicitor.
Rohl call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 13, 1973, from Gordon John-
son, Director - Bureau of Child Welfare, which returned herewith the 1973 Annual Plan and
Estimate of Expenditures for Child Welfare Services which had been approved. Correspondence
also attached the 'computation form showing how the payment for the period April 1 to June 30,
1973, was calculated.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 15, 1973, from Charles A.
Crouse, Administrative Assistant, directed to the Department of the Auditor-deneral, which
enclosed the 1971 and 1972 Annual Fiscal Reports to the Commonwealth for Washington County.
Chief Clerk 'read` Correspondence under date of August 6, 1973; under the signature
of Michael R. Flynn directed to Secretary of the Department of Community Affairs Wilcox in
reference to General Revenue Sharing, Administrative Assistance Program, which designated
the Redevelopment Authority as the official Community Development Agency -by -,resolution dated
February 1, 1973, and charges them with the responsibility of preparing a viable program
whereby administrative assistance could be provided to all communities at the lowest possible
cost. •'
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 6, 1973, from the Western
Pennsylvania Firemen's Training Institute which stated that the FiiemeehPz Training Institute
will be held at the California State College August 27 through August 31, 1973. Correspondence
requested the annual appropriation from Washington County.
Mr. Flynn: I would suggest that the Chief Clerk get in touch with the Washington County Fire-
men's Association and determine just what their plans are = if they are going'to have their own
school as they did last year or are they going to continue on both of them.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 28; '1973, from the Department
of Transportation, which stated that said Department is about to construct or improve the above
highway - L. R. 1125, Section B02 and is hereby delivering a plot plan showing the extent of the
easement required from said property.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 9, 1973, from Elizabeth
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Little which requested to have her name considered for appointment as Judge of Elections of the
4th Precinct, Borough of Charleroi, and ask that said name appear on the November General
Election ballot.
Mr. Flynn: May I suggest that the Chief Clerk direct a copy of the above correspondence to
Mr. Joseph Muscaro.
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 7, 1973, from Fred J. Broglia,
which requested a date for afternoon and evening time for registration of ,voters in Union Town-
ship and Finleyville Borough. - - - - 1-11
Mr. Flynn: May I suggest that the Chief Clerk direct a copy of the above correspondence to
Mr. Joseph Muscaro. , r
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 9, 1973, from -William Sember,
Director of the Planning Commission, which informed the Commissioners of a meeting which
has been scheduled for Monday, August 20, 1973, at the Holiday Inn, Washington, Pennsylvania,
at 10: 00 a. m, in reference to the County Highway Program.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 13, 1973, from Joseph Muscaro,
Director of the Election/ Registration Office, which was directed to both the Ringgold School
and the Avella School District and respective parties, -which informed of a special meeting held
on August 10, 1973, in reference to vacancies on both Boards of Directors. Correspondence
stated that there will exist a vacancy in December, 1973, which should be filled at the Municipal
Election and that said position will therefore be placed upon the ballot at said Municipal Election,
Mr. Paluso: On that subject I think that the Solicitor should look into two things: (1) how many
names can each party submit; and (2) since school -directors can cross -file, are there any rules
pertaining to what party - does someone have to belong to a party if a party'submits his name.
Chief Clerk read a memorandum under date of August 10, 1973, from Peter Elish,
County Controller, which informed that Mr. Charles Gillespie is appointed as Acting Deputy
Controller during the Controller's Convention which, Mr, -Elish and Mrs: Criquellion will be
attending effective August 12th to August 16th inclusive.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr, •Paluso, that,the following- requests for payment
be approved:
(a) Frank Lesnoek - ME-28 - $1, 500. 00 - for moving, and-, dislocation damages
and eligibility for replacement housing benefits.
(b) William C. Porter, Esq. - $3, 410. 00 - property settlement of Mrs. Mae
Ryan - ME-26, Mingo Park. I I I _
(c) William C. Porter, Esq. - $1,325.40 - James and Gladys-Sprowls property
ME-23.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Td r. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Elish left the meeting.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County Commissioner,
request the Redevelopment Authority to return to the County the amount of money - $2, 991. 30 -
based on Contract No. 3- Administrative and Relocation Costs and Rent Received balance.
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Nfr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously., . . - ,
Mr. Debreczeni entered the meeting. ;
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 1, 1973, from Lt. Governor
Kline, which attached the Bicentennial Communities Program of the American Revolution Bi-
centennial Commission. Correspondence requested Washington County's application in order
that it may be forwarded to the National Commission. Chief, Clerk -stated that said dorrespon-
3ence would be forwarded to,Mrs. Charlotte Lane.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 13, 1973, from Secretary of
Public Welfare Wohlgemuth which informed that the sum -of $304, 172. 00 is the allotment for the
first quarter of the 1973-1974 ,fiscal year for, County Mental Health and Mental Retardation Ser-
vices.
Chief Clerk read, correspondence under date of August 13', 1,973, from. the Greene
-ounty Commissioners which advised that Harry S. Anderson has been appointed_ as the Greene
County representative on the Washington -Greene County MH/MR Board replacing Steven A.
Wariner, who resigned, for the term expiring January 1, 1976.
Chief Clerk read a, memorandum under date of -August 7, 1973, which was directed
;o Mr. Lignelli, Chief Assessor, by Mr. Whalen in reference to a letter which was received
'rom the Youghiogheny and Ohio Coal Company, pertaining• to assessments. -
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a Courier received from the Department of Com-
nunity Affairs which reported on the current status of recreation grant funding programs.
'Tew Business:
Moved by Mr..Palupo, seconded by Mr. Jones, that one of the County Commissioner.;
`n conjunction with Chief Clerk Whalen and Mr. Charles A,,) Crouse be authorized to attend a
neeting to be held on August 20, 1973, at 1:30, p, m. at the Holiday Inh at Brookville, Jefferson
-ounty, in reference to the Medicaid Program.
Roll call vote taken:
A/fr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by .Mr, Jones, seconded by -Mr. l Palusa; that- the Washington County Board of
L"ommissioners approve and execute the Agreement between the County of Washington (Washington
untyPrison and Local 5 ) 85, Service Employees International Union, AFL-CIO.
_ Roll call vote taken: t„
Mr. Jones -Yes; Mr.- Paluso Yes; Mr, Flynn Xes:
Motion carried unanimously.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
(Authorization to advertise)
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Commissioners
be authorized to advertise for: (a) for the furnishing and delivering of Rough Oak Bridge Timber
for the Washington County Bridge Department. Said bids to be received in the'Office of the
County Controller until 11:00 a. m. , Prevailing Time, Thursday, September -13, 1973, and
opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the County Commissioners. (b) printing and
delivering to the Election Department the necessary election supplies required for the conduct .
of the Municipal Election to, be held November '6, 1973. Said bids to' be received' in the Office
of the County Controller until 11:00 a. m. , Prevailing Time, Thursday, September 20, 1973,
and opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the County Commissioners. (c) delivering of
the ballot boxes with election supplies to the Judge of Elections for approximately two hundred
five precincts required for the conduct' of the Municipal Election to be held November 6, 1973.
Said bids to be received in the Office of the County Controller until 11:00 a, m. , Prevailing Time,
Thursday, September 20, 1973, and opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the County
Commissioners. (d) printing and delivering to the Election Department the necessary ballots
required for the conduct of the Municipal Election to be held November 6, 1973, Said bids to be
received in the Office of the County Controller until 11:00 a. m. , Prevailing Time, Thursday,
September 20, 1973, and opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the County Commissioners.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso,- rYes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor - Mr. Gilmore I
Assistant County Solicitor reported to the Board in reference to Home Rule, Mr. Gil-
more stated that he had prepared two (2) memorandums which have been submitted to the Com-
missioners in 'reference to Home Rule. I , 11
A discussion was then held by -the Board members. Chairman requested that repre-
sentatives of the news media and interested citizen groups submit their opinions and recommen-
dations as to whether the question of Home Rule should appear on the November ballot for 1973
or the Primary ballot for 1974. Those persons present said that they'`wolrld comply with said
request and try to have recommendations available for the next regular Board meeting.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the following Resolution be approve
and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners: I
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The County of Washington take possession of and control over and in the future main-
tain the road which is the present access road to the Washington County Airport.
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
The Solicitor and Chief Clerk are hereby authorized,to prepare it -he necess�ary
ordinances and plans for such read pursuant to Section 27-40 of the County Code.
Roll 'call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes:
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Jones, •s.econded by Mr. Paluso, that the• following- Resolution be
approved and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners:
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Resolved that the County'aoquire by condemnation for purposes of recreation and
expansion of the mingo Creek County Park the following described parcels or tracts of land,
all situate in'Nottingham Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania:
1,. Two tracts of Des Moine Field and Catherine V . 'Field; his -wife, -'-
containing 122.134 acres and 19.432 acres respectively.
2. Tract of Helen Kepics containing 80. 6545 acres.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that a redemption deed be executed
for the property of Former Owners Neal and Susan McElhaney, situate in Mt. Pleasant Town-
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ship and described as follows: 0.459 acre of Surf Deed Book 1188, Page 157 (46-21-7-1) and
now owned by the Washington County Commissioners Real Estate Department, by the former
owners upon payment of all taxes, interest, penalties and costs that are due and owing to date,
total amount being $276. 78. Redemption made by Virtue of the Act of July 28, 1941, P. L. 535,
and/or Act of July 17, 1935 P. L. 1091, (72 Purdon Statutes #5879. The said deed to be deli-
vered to the grantee (or grantees) herein upon paymentof the consideration recited herein,
and Michael R. Flynn be said he is hereby authorized to execute the said deed as for the County
of Washington, and Bob Franks, Prothonotary, is hereby designated, appointed and authorized
to acknowledge the signature of Michael R. Flynn on said deed on behalf of the County of Wash-
ington.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Xbved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Board,
of Commissioners approve and execute a Lease between the Redevelopment Authority of the
County of Washington and the County of Washington for the term of one (1) month commencing
on the first day of June, 1973, and ending on the 31 st day of June, 1973, for the total rent of
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
$1. 00 for the premises located at 701• Meldon Avenue, Donora, Pennsylvania, including the
grounds and all utilitiestto be paid by -tenant; andia like and equal sum each and every month;
said premises to be used for a Senior Citizens Center. Said actions based upon -the recommenda-
tion of the Assistant County Solicitor:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones'- Yes; Mr:-Paluso ",Yes; Mr. Flynn— Yes. ,
Motion carried unanimously. - , - , I , -
Mr. Gilmore: In regard to the sale of certain county property to the Industrial Development
Corporation in return their. sale to Mac -Plastics, Inc. , -that resolution was passed -several
meetings ago and a petition has been filed with the Court to approve that transfer and sale price.
In the meantime, however, it il; good construction -weather and Mac,Plastics and their builders
would like to get site preparation started while we have this good weather so that they can get in
the building as soon as possible. So they have requested that the County enter an agreement
allowing them to go on the land even prior to the approval by the Court and prior to them actually
owning the land and begin certain site preparation.
Mr. McAmbley: A meeting took place on August 6, 1973, at the County Planning Office with
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Messrs. Sperring, Sember, Adamson, and myself along with those citizens of Chartiers Town-
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ship in the Neighborhood of Johnson Road. All of them came and raised what objections they had
and we went over what objections they had at length. After the meeting, we then took the pro-
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blems that they had raised and put them into letter form and we sent this letter to them and in
this letter we described what we were doing about those problems or what could be done about
those problems. We then put on the letter that we were recommending to theCommissioners
that they proceed with the sale of the property and that they give Mac -Plastics the right to go
on the land during this building season. We said specifically in the letter that if the people had
any problems that they thought we hadn't answered correctly that we would ask them to contact
the Chief County Clerk and be here today and state those problems and as you can see, none of
them are here today. We have done our best as a committee to assure these people that by the
county owning this land and controlling what is going to be there and the type of building to be on
it, that the people down there are probably in far better hands than if it had been sold to some
private developer.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Board of
Commissioners approve and execute the no -lien Agreement between Washington County and the
Washington County Industrial Development Corporation and Mac -Plastics, Inc. and Franklin S.
Gregg, trading as Gregg Excavating Service, in order that Mac -Plastics, Inc, may initiate site
construction as per above.
Remarks:
Mr. Flynn: I would like the records to indicate that the above -mentioned letter was directed to
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
all the citizens of Chartiers Township in the neighborhood of Johnson Road under date of
August 9, 1973, and in said letter it was noted that if anyone would like to raise objections to
the sale of said property they were to notify the Chief Clerk by Tuesday, August 14, 1973, and
arrangements would be made to be heard at the Commissioners meeting on Thursday,
August 16, 1973.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the meeting adjourn.
Meeting adjourned.
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CHIEF CLERK
Minute No. #8 0
, 1973
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., August 21, 1973
A Special meeting of the Board of County Commissioners was held on Tuesday,
August 21, 1973, at 2:00 p. m. in the Commissioners' Conference Room with the following
members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being:
Chief Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Assistant County Solicitor Gilmore; Mr. Paul
A. Stackhouse - Business Representative, Local #585, Service Employees International Union -
AFL -CIO; Mr. Dave Budinger of The Observer -Reporter; Mrs. June Lilley of The Daily
Notes; and Mr. John Merdian of WJPA.
Chairman requested that the records indicate that the Chairman of the Board of
County Commissioners called said Special Meeting as of said date and that a memorandum
under date of August 17, 1973, was directed to the two (2) County Commissioners as required
by statute notifying them of said Special Meeting for the specific purpose of discussing and
negotiating a contract with the Service Employees International Union - Local 585 and any
matters relating thereto.
Chairman requested that roll call be taken:
Mr. Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN. FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Flynn: We are here today to execute the contract which has been negotiated in good faith.
I understand the contract has been ratified by all three (3) units; that is, Court -Related Employe -Qs,
Professional Employees and Non -Court Related Employees, and we are, therefore, in a positior.
to execute an Agreement in view of the fact that it has been ratified by the membership.
Mr. Stackhouse: That is definitely so. We had a special meeting on Saturday, August 18, 1973,
for the Court -Related Employees and they voted by a vast majority to ratify the contract. I was
sent a copy of the contract by your representative, John Felice, which I reviewed and found to
be in good order.
Mr. Whalen: Up to the final pages of this contract, all of these matters concerning the rights
of both the management and union members were all negotiated at the bargaining table and this
was all actually concluded prior to our last two meetings. The final negotiations came about
in the way of Exhibit A of this contract which is Wages and Fringe Benefits and they are all out-
lined under Exhibit A. The contract basically is the same in total value to the employee as the
one just ratified for the Jail Guards with this exception. In the fiscal year 1973 the pay increas(!
due to the lateness of the year was reduced to a total of $250. 00 however effective in January 1,
1974, it will be $550. 00 which will bring it back into the proper perspective with the other contract
and then the third year of the contract the increase is $450. 00. The other important provision
is that the County will provide fully paid life insurance in the principal amount of $5000. 00 to
all employees. And also effective January 1, 1974, the County will contribute $10. 00 per montL
toward hospitalization and effective January 1, 1975, an additional $10. 00 for a total of $20. 00
toward the cost of hospitalization, however, in the case of a single person at the present time it
is understood that the cost will not exceed the monthly cost of the hospitalization which at present
is around $18. 50, I believe. Employees who are scheduled to work four hours each day shall bE
entitled to one-half of the aforementioned wage increases. Provision No. 7 it is understood
that any employee who has already received a wage increase for 1973 will not be entitled to the
aforementioned $250. 00 raise; however, if the raise already granted is less than $250. 00, the
said employee will be entitled to receive the difference up to the maximum of $250. 00. It is
understood that employees salary shall be calculated on an hourly basis for payroll purposes.
This is a little change and the reason is that under this contract, for example, the employees
here in the Courthouse work a 6z hour day. Due to this contract also incorporating forty hour
per week employees which is a 8 hour day, the people working 322 hours, if they are required
to work up to 8 hours, their overtime pay for up to 8 hours would be at their regular rate of
pay and then the premium pay would come into effect after 8 hours. So this was necessary to
do this because this covers two different hourly factors in the agreement. That basically is
the Wage and Fringe Benefits which was negotiated with SEIU after many strenuous hours.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Board of
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Commissioners execute the Contract with the Service Employees International Union - Local
#585 for Non -Court Related Employees, Professional Employees and Court -Related Employee
said Contract being a three-year Contract effective January 1, 1973, and to and including
December 31, 1975.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the meeting adjourn.
Meeting adjourned.
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CHIEF CLERK
Minute No. #81
, 1973
Office of The County Commissioners
Washington, Pa. August 23 , 1973
The Board of County Commissioners met in regualr. session with the following members
being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being Chief Clerk
and County Administrator Whalen; Assistant; County Solicitor Gilmore; Administrative
Assistant Crouse; Mrs. June Lilley of'lhe Daily Notes; Mr. Dave Budinger of'lhe Observer -
Reporter; and Mrs Helen Miller of'fhe League of Women Voters.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. .Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minures Nol # 711a
and # 80, each member having received a copy.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minutes No. # 79 and # 80 be approved,
as read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Earl Bugaile entered the meeting.
Reports - None
Old Business:
Chief Clerk and County Administratior Whalen summarized the County's position in
relation .to the County Home Facilities.
Correspondence - Mr. Whalen
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO. COMMISSIONERS
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received from the Commonwealth of
111,
Pennsylvania in the amount of $59, 719. 73 representing payment to counties for Child
Welfare Service Programs - second quarter allocation.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the following bills be approved for
payment.
1973.
(a) Washington - Green County MH/MR Program - $1992. 00 for interim care for July,
(b) West Alexander Agriculture Association (Budget item) - $1000.00.
(c) Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors, John Cadez, Treasurer
$584.00 - mandated espenses for Messre. Iams, Clarke, Stollar and Cadez.
Roll Call Vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes.; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 13, 1973, from Richard
C. Rasmussen, Director - Staff College, Defense Civil Preparedness Agency, directed
to Mr. Frank Jones, which stated that sometime ago said Agency promised a class
roster, copy of the Plan of Instruction and the Syllabus from the printer has just been
received. Correspondence thanked Mr. Jones for his assistance in the pilot course.
Mrs. Gross entered the meeting.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 2, 1973, from Mr. Charles
Alderson, Jr. and family, which commended members of the staff at Mingo Creek
County Park for services extended to said family during an emergency.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under
date
of August
18, 1973,
from John
H.
Riggle which commended the Commissioners
for a
job "well
done" at
the County
Fair.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 21, 1973, from Eugene
Tenaglia, Bridge Engineer, which informed the Board of arragnements made for a
meeting at the Airport with represenatives of Michael Baker Jr., Consulting Engineers,
and other interested persons to be held on Thursday, August 23, 1973, at 1:00 p.m.
(Discussion on Home Rule)
A lengthy -discussion was then held by the Board members and Mrs. Gross and Mrs.
Jesson ofThe League of Women,Voters. Mrs. Gross made a ,presentation to the Board in
reference to Home Rule. In conclusion, Chairman stated -that the Board of Commissioners
would meet between now and the next Board meeting -in order that a final decision could be made
at said meeting to be held on Thursday, August 30, 1973.
Mrs. Gross left the meeting.
Mrs. Jesson left the meeting.
Mr. Elish entered the meeting.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Mr. Joseph Muscaro, Director
of the Election/Registration Office, Mr. F. D. Whalen, chief Clerk and County
Administrator, and a member of the Solicitor's Office be authorized to attend the third
meeting of all County Election Officials scheduled for September 6th and 7th, 1973, at the
Host Inn, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Roll Call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the estimated budget for the period
July 1, 1973 to June 30 1974, of the Wheeling Creek Watershed Commission and also
the annual audit.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that George Messerotes, Chief Sealer
of the Department of Weithts and Measures, be authorized to atte nd the 58th National
Conference of Weithts-_and Measures to be held September 17, 1973, in Williamsport,
ilennsylvania at the Lypoming Hotel and Motor Lodge; said conference being a five day
affair.
Roll Call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August `20, 1973, from Louis Rizzo
Department Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, which enclosed
a copy of a_ resolution titled " Veterans Preference in Manpower Revenue Sharing" which
was unanimously approved by the 54th Comvention of said Department.
Mr. Flynn: I would suggest that the Chief Clerk forward a copy of the above to Mr. John
Fantini, Director of the Public Employment Program.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 16, 1973, from Robert H.
Gossett, Secretary - Deemston Borough Council, which stated that since the original
request for county aid funds for the replacment of the Hastings Bridge that a consulation
has been made with McDonald Associates and it was found that the estimated cost of the
project was far too low. Correspondence stated that there is a posibility that the
Borough may be forced to purchase land for the relocation of &, stream which will add to the
cost. Correspondence requested consideration and the allocation of as much of the
available county aid funds to the successful completion of said project.
Mr. Flynn: I would suggest that the Cheif Clerk notify the Borough that .the Commissioners
cannot take any action until we have plans and it has been approved by the State and just
what the estimated cost will be.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a notification from the Federal Aviation
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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Administration under date of August 14, 1973, which advised of the new address for the
Harrisburg Airport District Office, in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Chief Assessor, Mr. Lignelli,
and the Assistant Chief Assessor, Mrs. lay Lawrence, be authorized to attend the 25th
Annual Conference on Assessment Administration to be held at the William Penn Hotel,
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to be held October 3-4-5th, 1973.
Roll Call Vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief 'Clerk read correspondence under date of August 17, 1973, from Mary Ann
Engelhardt, Chariman of the Library Board of Directors of the Chartiers/Houston
Community Library, which requested the help of the Commissioners to be included in the
budget allocations to the public libraries of Washington County.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 18, 1973, from Secretary of
Public Welfare Helene Wohlgemuth, in reference to the proposed Nutrition Program for the
Elderly. Correspondence requested an reevaluation by Washington County to have said
Program operated -by the County instead of by the State.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 16, 1973, from Audley S.
Crumrine, Executive Director of the Washington County Housing Authority, which advised
that due to the recent death of Mr. William H. Russell, a vacancy now exists on said
Board of Directors.
New Business - Mr. Flynn
Chariman Flynn reviewed the funding status of the Community Action Corporation and
affirmed the fact that said Corporation would no longer be federally funded after December '01,
1973. As a result of the foregoing, the following motion was approved:
Moved by Mr. Paluso seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Washington County Board of
Commissioners go on record in favor of the dissolvment of the Washington -Greene Community
Action Corporation as it now exists effective until December 31, 1973; and that the member;.;
of the Board as well as Greene County be so notified.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of August 9, 1973, from James A. Rock
M. D. , Cha7i rman of the Board of the Comprehensive Health Planning Association of
Western Pennsylvania Incorporation, which infromed the Commissioners that the Board
of Directors of said Association voted unanimously to recommed endorsement of the
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County',s proposal entitled " Washington County Long Term Care Facility" at its meeting
on July 25, 1973.
A very lengthy discussion was then held in reference to a New County Extended Care
Facility. Chairman of the Board recommended that the Commissioners reject and abandon the
thought of renovation of the existing homes and so notify the Architect that all plans have been
cancelled of same. Further discussion was held and Admisistrative Assistant Crouse was insturcted
to prepare a financial survey prior to the next regular Board meeting before a definite decision
is made. Commissioner Paluso suggested that the Architect be advised to hold in abeyance a zy
further action at all on his part and also advise that the Commissioners are contemplating term -
inating the whole project.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the following bills be approved and
forward to Erie County in connection with Yablonsky Murder Trials; said action based upon the
recommendation of the County Controller, Peter Elish:
$8890. 11 Albert E. Pass Trial Costs
$ 910.37 William Prater Trial Costs
$9800.48 TOTAL
Roll Call Vote TAken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor
Assistant County Solicitor informed the Board a memorandum under date of August 21,
1973, received from District Attorney Costa which enclosed a copy of Judge Carney's Ruling
on Pass motion to proceed in forma pauperis. Mr. Gilmore then read said ruling to the Board,
The Courd Order directed and ordered that the Clerk furnish the defendant with a transcript of 'che
proceedings before said Court and that the cost of said transcript be paid by -Washington
C ounty.
A discussion was then held by the Board. Mr. Gilmore stated that he will direct a letter
to Erie County for futher clarification on said matter. Commissioner Paluso recommended that
the Commissioners take no action whatsoever on said matter.
Assistant County Solicitor informed the Board that a Petition has been filed by the Judges in
Washington County with the State Supreme Court pursuant to the Petition which was filed in.the
County Court, for review of the final dicision and order of Pennsylvania Labor Realtions Boarc .
Moved by Mr. Jones, -seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the meeting adjourn.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED
ATTEST:
CHIEFCLERK
, 1973